1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 965 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Dakota | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3266 mm |
